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Panama will start Holy Week lane reversals this Thursday on key routes heading inland, including sections toward Howard, Capira and Sajalices. The traffic measure is intended to ease holiday congestion.
NASA has started the Artemis II countdown and says the mission is in excellent shape ahead of its planned launch from Kennedy Space Center. The flight will send four astronauts around the Moon for the first time since 1972.
TVN will air special Holy Week coverage from Panama City’s Casco Antiguo from March 27 to April 5, highlighting religious tourism in the historic district.
Hong Kong’s airport has imposed a sudden power bank restriction after a recent emergency drill highlighted the risk of smoke from lithium batteries. The move underscores tightening aviation safety rules that could affect international travelers transiting major hubs.
Panama will suspend road construction work during Holy Week from April 2 to April 6, 2026, to help traffic move more smoothly. The move is aimed at easing holiday travel across the country.
A reprinted travel feature shines a light on Panama City, Portobelo, and the country’s historic and coastal destinations. The piece underscores Panama’s appeal beyond the canal, with culture and scenery in the spotlight.
Panama City’s Casco Antiguo will again host the traditional Holy Thursday visit to seven churches, with temples open late into Good Friday. The route blends Catholic devotion with the district’s historic and religious heritage.
TSA workers have received overdue paychecks, which may ease major airport security bottlenecks in the U.S. But the broader Department of Homeland Security shutdown is still ongoing.
Panama’s ATTT will suspend roadworks and lane closures in the Pan-American Highway, Panama East, and the capital during Holy Week 2026. The measure is meant to ease traffic as holiday travel increases.
Holy Week 2026 in Panama will center on the Triduum Pascual from April 2 to April 5. The dates will guide religious observance and holiday planning across the country.
Panama has attracted attention from NFL figures who visited several sites and took a private yacht tour in Panama Bay. The trip highlights the country’s appeal as a luxury tourism destination.
The U.S. Navy aircraft carrier USS Nimitz has anchored in the Gulf of Panama, drawing attention to the country’s strategic maritime role. Reuters Connect did not provide details on the ship’s mission or how long it will remain there.
Panama’s ATTT will suspend road works requiring lane closures on major routes from April 2 to April 6 to ease Semana Santa travel. The measure covers parts of the Pan-American Highway and several key avenues in and around Panama City.
A travel feature spotlights Panama’s lesser-known attractions, from Portobelo’s colonial fortresses to the Guna Yala islands and the whale-rich Azuero coast. The piece shows how the country offers far more than the canal and Panama City’s skyline.
Virgin Voyages’ Brilliant Lady has completed its first Panama Canal crossing, highlighting the ship’s growing role in the cruise line’s operations. The passage also underscores the canal’s enduring importance in global maritime travel.
SF Group of Sweden has unveiled Port Amador, a planned superyacht marina at the Pacific entrance to the Panama Canal. The project aims to position Panama as a major hub for large yachts and luxury cruising.
The neopanamax cruise ship Brilliant Lady crossed the Panama Canal for the first time, attracting attention with a lighted “qué xopa” message. The transit highlights the canal’s continued role in handling modern large vessels.
Panama’s Ministry of Public Works will pause road rehabilitation work during Holy Week to reduce congestion and improve safety on major highways and city roads. The temporary suspension runs from April 2 to April 6, 2026.
Panama City’s Southern Corridor is facing daily congestion as eastern neighborhoods expand. A proposed upgrade would add lanes and improve toll booths, with costs estimated above $300 million.
Panama’s Culture Minister says Holy Week celebrations are strengthening national identity and tourism, while also supporting the recovery of Casco Antiguo. The events have been promoted for a decade as Semana Santa Internacional.
